True or False

  1. The COVID-19 vaccine is safe.
    1. TRUE– Canada is recognized around the world for its high standards for drug and vaccine review, approvals and monitoring systems; these will not be compromised. The Government of Canada has gained real-time access to manufacturer clinical trial data for the most promising vaccine candidates and continues to work with the global regulatory community to make sure COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective before regularity approval is granted.
    2. Clinical trials for all vaccines must first show they meet rigorous criteria for safety and effectiveness before any vaccine, including COVID-19 vaccines, can be authorized or approved for use. The known and potential benefits of a COVID-19 vaccine must outweigh the known and potential risks of the vaccine.   READ MORE